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Spring in Marin always brings a noticeable shift. 🌿 The hills turn bright green, the days get longer, and almost overnight the real estate market wakes up. ​ ​Right now we’re seeing very strong buyer demand paired with tight inventory. Homes that are thoughtfully prepared and priced well are moving quickly — often with multiple offers and strong terms. 🏡 ​ ​The sweet spot around $2.5M continues to attract a lot of attention, and we’re also seeing renewed activity in the higher-end market, which tends to lift momentum across Marin. Spring has always been the most active season here.​ ​ ​If a move has been on your mind — whether buying or selling — this is typically when the most interesting opportunities begin to appear. ✨ ​ |
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The Market Accelerates...
Moving into spring, rising buyer demand vs. an inadequate supply of homes for sale is creating a rapidly heating market characterized by increasing buyer competition, faster sales and more overbidding of asking price. The upcoming months are typically the most active of the year and on current trends, conditions are expected to generate continuing upward pressure on home values. Median home sales prices often hit their calendar-year highs in spring, due to the severe imbalance between supply and demand, as well as a seasonal surge in luxury home sales.
As was the case last year, houses are seeing stronger market conditions than condos, and more affluent buyers continue to play an outsized role in demand and home-price appreciation.
The wild card in coming months is what sustained effects, if any, the Iran war may have on inflation, interest rates, financial markets and consumer confidence. There may be no significant impact on housing, unlike the tariff shock which caused an abrupt slowdown in last year's spring market.
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| "Feeling compassion for ourselves in no way releases us from responsibility for our actions. Rather, it releases us from the self-hatred that prevents us from responding to our life with clarity and balance." Ruth Fishel, The Journey Within
“Your truest friends are the ones who will stand by you in your darkest moments--because they're willing to brave the shadows with you--and in your greatest moments--because they're not afraid to let you shine.” Nicole Yatsonsky
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| Don’t miss out on the excitement! |
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| | | Goat Yoga at Charlie’s Acres Farm Animal Sanctuary offers a fun outdoor yoga session where friendly rescued goats roam and play nearby, creating a joyful and relaxing experience in nature. The event takes place on April 4, 2026 making it a unique way to unwind while supporting the sanctuary and its animals. |
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| | | | George Porter Jr. and Runnin’ Pardners bring their legendary funk and groove to Sweetwater Music Hall for an unforgettable live performance. The show takes place on April 10, 2026 promising high-energy music and a night full of rhythm, soul, and fun. |
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| The Homes You Never See Online |
| | Did you know that in Marin, roughly 1 in 5 homes sell off-market, meaning they never appear on Zillow, Redfin, or Realtor.com?
​These homes often change hands quietly — shared between agents, within brokerage networks, or introduced privately before ever reaching the public market. For buyers, this means that relying solely on online searches can mean missing a meaningful portion of the available homes.
​A large part of my work happens behind the scenes — staying closely connected with other agents, previewing homes early, and tracking properties that may be coming to market quietly. Through those relationships and networks, I’m often able to introduce my clients to homes before or outside of the traditional listing process.
​If you’re considering a move, the most helpful first step is simply letting me know what you’re looking for. From there, I can keep an eye on both the homes everyone sees — and the ones that never make it online.
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| Pre‑Emptive Offers In Mill Valley: How They Work |
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| You spot a Mill Valley home that checks every box and hear the seller plans to wait for a busy open house. Do you wait with everyone else or try to secure it now? If you are moving up or relocating, timing and certainty matter, and you may not want a bidding war. In this guide, you will learn how pre‑emptive offers work in Southern Marin, when they make sense, how to structure terms, and how to manage risk so you can compete with confidence. Let’s dive in. ​ ​For the full story of Pre‑Emptive Offers In Mill Valley: How They Work, please visit my blog post. |
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| Municipal Services Tax, Mill Valley |
| | I am proud to have served on the Municipal Services Tax Study Committee Of Mill Valley. ​ ​We conducted research on the options available for renewing the parcel tax, which included a recommendation for the dollar amount of the tax, input on the focus of the tax, confirming services covered by the tax as developed by staff, input on how long the tax should be renewed for and whether there should be an inflation factor included, and more. ​ ​While I try to avoid sharing my political point of view, I must share that the MST tax is vitally important for our City roads and infrastructure. This is NOT a forever tax. ​ Please do your own research and consider YES ON MST! |
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| Downtown Mill Valley
Gorgeous home just a stone's throw to downtown Mill Valley, flooded in natural light and with wonderful Mt. Tam and ridgeline views. ​ ​Featuring 4 beds, plus office, and a spacious open plan living area. Great floorplan for a family! ​ |
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| | Sycamore Park
Wonderful family home, completely remodeled with 4 beds, family room and an amazing back yard to die for with beautiful lawn and lemon trees. There is an addition studio perfect for a home office, play room or teen hang out zone. |
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| 334 West Blithedale Avenue, Mill Valley Offered at $2,195,000​ ​ Charming vintage home, remodeled with 4 beds, 2.5 baths plus office with separate entrance, attached garage, driveway, front deck and patio.
Located in a superb walk to trail, town & school location.
For more information please visit www.334westblithedale.com
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| Sea Piper, Gualala Offered at $3,500,000​ ​ Perched above the Mendocino coastline, “Sea Piper” is a one-of-a-kind Zen retreat designed by a Japanese architect, blending old-growth redwood, antique wood accents, and striking custom details with panoramic Pacific views. Spanning nearly 10 acres across three parcels, this secluded sanctuary features a dramatic great room, chef’s kitchen, spa-like suites, detached cottage, expansive decks with ocean vistas, and native landscaping that creates a private haven for both people and wildlife. |
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| 267 Corte Madera Ave, Corte Madera Off Market Sale ​ ​Gracious, historic, beautifully maintained — and sitting on a street-to-street lot with classic California redwoods out front, within walking distance of downtown Larskpur, my lucky buyer is in contract! |
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| | Prep Now, Pay Later Sellers can access Compass Concierge Capital to prepare your home for sale with no interest owed (just a $750 origination fee). |
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COMPASS PRIVATE EXCLUSIVE |
| Some homes don’t chase attention, they command it. With a Compass Private Exclusive, we spark intrigue, reach the right buyers, and turn privacy into top-dollar offers. |
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| Looking for a primary residence, second home, or investment property outside of Marin? I am connected to some of the best agents in the country and would love to help you to find the right match and make an introduction for you! |
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| | Visit my website to see my current listings and sold homes, as well as many testimonials, my newsletters, and more! |
| | See how my client was impressed with the results! |
| | Check out Compass Luxury Curated Magazine |
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| Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California operating under multiple entities. License Numbers 01991628, 01527235, 01527365. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. |
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